Push and Pull

Front

What is the definition of 'push' in physical terms?

Back

A push is a force that moves an object away from the person or source applying the force.

Front

What is the definition of 'pull' in physical terms?

Back

A pull is a force that draws an object closer to the person or source applying the force.

Front

Give an example of a pushing activity.

Back

Pushing a shopping cart.

Front

Give an example of a pulling activity.

Back

Pulling a suitcase.

Front

What is a combined push and pull activity?

Back

Wiping a window, where you push the cloth away and pull it back.

Front

What type of force is applied when opening a door?

Back

A push force is applied when you push the door to open it.

Front

What type of force is applied when closing a drawer?

Back

A pull force is applied when you pull the drawer to close it.

Front

How can you differentiate between push and pull activities?

Back

Push activities move objects away, while pull activities bring objects closer.

Front

What is the effect of applying a push force on an object?

Back

It can increase the object's speed or change its direction.

Front

What is the effect of applying a pull force on an object?

Back

It can also increase the object's speed or change its direction, depending on the context.